Jet West is lead vocalist/guitarist Scott Floquet, lead guitarist/vocalist Chris Warner, bassist/vocalist Deren Schneider and drummer, Derek Potter. The band's varied musical style fuses traditional rock with elements of reggae and hard rock, a sound born from the beaches of LA and San Diego. The group as a whole emits the laid back California vibe that demands a beer in the hand and a steady beating head.
Whether thumping from a car, hitting hard in some ear-buds or blaring loudly to a massive energetic crowd, Jet West will introduce your ears to a unique blend of music that will put you in a good mood anywhere, anytime.
If the live show is the main course, Jet West is pleasantly full. They attribute their motivation, discipline, and musical growth to their die-hard fans who go to great lengths to be part of the Jet West music scene. With a never ending goal to engage and captivate each person in the crowd, Jet West strives to move the floor from underneath their fans’ feet and engage them to become one with the music.
In 2010, Jet West released their first full length album, “Dropping In” on their independent label, Hidden Reef Records, and a musical journey around the nation was spawned. Their debut album was nominated in the San Diego Music Awards for best new World Music Album 2011. Jet West has shared the stage with such big names as Slightly Stoopid, Authority Zero, The Aggrolites and Tomorrows Bad Seeds.
With music that touches on societal pressures, sexual conquests, partying, relationships and their love for the beach, Jet West has what it is you are looking for...that harmonious sound that makes you want to take a long drive, drop in an overhead wave, lose yourself in the moment with another soul, or simply kick it on the porch.
Better Than Me
Jet West Lyrics
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well excuse me for
wanting harmony.
You know I should have known better then to expect equality.
You wear this look of disgust on your face, like I'm in line at the DMV.
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
Well I know, I got nothing to see
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
Take control of your foolish pride.
Don't you have a soul.
Open your eyes, you will find this world is a wonderful place.
What's the point to make an enemy,
only leaves you bitter inside.
You think you're better than me?
You think your better than me?
well I know, I got nothing to see
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
Well I know, I got nothing to see
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
I feel like, no time left,
very day I want to be the best.
Reach for the top,
elevate.
Dropping down double overhead waves.
Coming with the underground sound of a reggae nation.
Here we are,
in your station,
here we are Jet West in your nation.
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
Well I know, I got nothing to see
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh, Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
well I know, I got nothing to see
Ignorance aint so bliss, but I hope that someday
you'll see!
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
You think you're better than me?
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh,
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
The song Better Than Me by Jet West speaks about the futile desire for equality and harmony in a world where everyone believes they are better than others. The song starts with the singer apologizing for wanting harmony and equality, and for expecting others to treat them with respect. They mention how someone's facial expression can convey disgust, as if people are merely waiting in line at the DMV.
The song then dives into the frustration of being underestimated and being made to feel inferior by others. The singer repeats the line "You think you're better than me?" to emphasize their frustration. However, the singer grapples with the idea that ignorance isn't a blissful state, and they hope that someday the person who thinks they're better than them will realize this.
The song ends with the singer declaring that they will not let others bring them down. They express their drive to continue striving to be the best and elevate themselves against adversity. The song incorporates sounds of reggae, rock and roll, and surf, giving it a unique cross-genre sound.
Line by Line Meaning
Pardon me,
I apologize,
well excuse me for
Please forgive me for
wanting harmony.
Expecting peace between us.
You know I should have known better then to expect equality.
I understand I should not have expected equal treatment.
You wear this look of disgust on your face, like I'm in line at the DMV.
You have a disgusted look on your face, as if we're at the DMV.
Take control of your foolish pride.
Stop being so prideful and stubborn.
Don't you have a soul.
Aren't you human with emotions?
Open your eyes, you will find this world is a wonderful place.
Realize that the world is a great place if you look around.
What's the point to make an enemy,
Why bother creating an enemy?
only leaves you bitter inside.
It only makes you bitter inside.
I feel like, no time left,
I feel like time is running out.
very day I want to be the best.
Everyday I want to be my best self.
Reach for the top,
Aim for the highest.
elevate.
Improve.
Dropping down double overhead waves.
Surfing in difficult conditions.
Coming with the underground sound of a reggae nation.
Bringing the music of underground reggae culture.
Here we are,
We are here,
in your station,
At your radio station.
here we are Jet West in your nation.
We are Jet West and we are here in your country.
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
Waooo, ohhh, ohhh, Waooo, ohhh, ohhh
You think you're better than me?
Do you believe you are superior to me?
Well I know, I got nothing to see
I am aware that there is nothing to compare.
Ignorance ain't so bliss, but I hope that someday you'll see.
Ignorance is not always happiness, but I hope you'll know the truth someday.
Contributed by Chase M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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West Side Story (2021) Cast - Jet Song (From "West Side Story")
Lyrics:
♪ When you're a Jet, you're a Jet all the way ♪
♪ From your first cigarette to your last dyin' day ♪
♪ When you're a Jet, if the spit hits the fan ♪
♪ You got brothers around you're a family man ♪
♪ You're never alone, you're never disconnected ♪
♪ You're home with your own ♪
♪ When company's expected, you're well protected ♪
♪ Then you are set with the a capital J ♪
♪ Which you'll never forget till they cart you away ♪
When your a jet, you stay a jet
♪ When you're a Jet, you're the top cat in town ♪
♪ You're the gold-medal kid, with the heavyweight crown ♪
♪ When you're a Jet, you're the swingiest thing ♪
♪ Little boy, you're a man, little man, you're a king ♪
♪ The Jets are in gear, our cylinders are clickin' ♪
♪ The Sharks'll steer clear, cause every Puerto Rican's ♪
♪ A lousy chicken ♪
♪ Here come the Jets, like a bat out of hell ♪
♪ Someone gets in our way, someone don't feel so well ♪
♪ Here come the Jets, little world step aside ♪
♪ Better go underground, better run, better hide ♪
♪ We're drawin' the line so keep your noses hidden ♪
♪ We're hangin' a sign says Visitors Forbidden ♪
♪ And we ain't kiddin', here come the Jets ♪
♪ Yeah! and we're gonna beat ♪
♪ Every last buggin' gang on the whole buggin' street ♪
♪ On the whole ♪
♪ Ever ♪
♪ Lovin' ♪
♪ Buggin' ♪
♪ Street ♪
♪ Yeah ♪
(2022/05/06 18:40(JP))
@colleenmcnaughton3634
Why wasn't Mike Faist nominated for an Oscar?! He was PHENOMENAL as Riff!
@richardlugali2690
Shame on the academy!!!!
@PS-DLMA
ROBBED.....thats what Faist AND Alvarez (Bernardo) were....
@joewhitehead3
Who’s place should he have taken?
@AL_WAHISH_720
Hello, I am from Yemen, can you help me, I want a small amount of money, please agree🥺
@jongon0848
@@joewhitehead3 Jesse Plemons or JK Simmons
@PrimRooks
To this day I’m flabbergasted that this year’s Oscars didn’t do a 60th anniversary West Side Story medley performance when this cast was RIGHT THERE. This movie’s also cemented me as a Mike Faist fan, he’s unbelievable here and all other roles I’ve seen him play onscreen.
@evolvedsuperpower
Finally someone said it! So true.
@part-heart
Right? I remember when Hooper's adaptation of Les Miserables had a bunch of nominations and all the actors were invited to perform a medley but this year the producers wouldn't even televised all the categories so it didn't surprise me they didn't consider doing this.
@glenchapman3899
@@part-heart The Academy has never had all the categories televised